The Colt Police Positive is a double-action .38 Special revolver with a 5-inch barrel and a six-round cylinder. The supplier lists it as made in 1928. It has a blued finish and original plastic grips. The listing is used, in very good overall condition, with a lightly worn finish and hammer spur. The bore is in very good condition.

A revolver of this age suits a collector or a shooter who wants a classic double-action .38 Special for the range. Because it is an older firearm, the wear on the finish and the original grips are the details to weigh before buying. Check your state's rules on permits and waiting periods before you order. The original plastic grips and blued finish are the parts most visible on this revolver.

Key features

• .38 Special double action, 5-inch barrel
• Six-round cylinder, blued finish
• Original plastic grips
• Made in 1928 per listing
• Used, very good; light wear on finish

This revolver ships to the licensed dealer you name, where you complete Form 4473 and the background check.